{"product_id":"ga-cornichon-arabian-bio","title":"Organic 'Arabian' Gherkin","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e Organic 'Arabian' gherkin (Cucumis dipsaceus) from the seed company Gaia, a tropical climbing variety with yellow fruits and traditional uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eThe 'Arabian' cucumber, also known as the Arabian cucumber, develops \u003cstrong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"403\"\u003elong, vigorous climbing vines\u003c\/strong\u003e covered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"444\"\u003emedium green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e and dotted with \u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"489\"\u003ebright yellow flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e . The fruits, initially \u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"520\"\u003egreen\u003c\/strong\u003e , turn \u003cstrong data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"554\"\u003epale yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e when ripe and contain \u003cstrong data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"605\"\u003enumerous seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e , giving them a distinctive texture and appearance. This warm-season annual is valued as much for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eornamental qualities\u003c\/strong\u003e as for its culinary uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eNative to tropical Africa, the Arabian cucumber is traditionally used not only for its fruit, but also for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eyoung shoots and leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e , which are cooked in some cultures with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003epeanut paste and coconut milk\u003c\/strong\u003e . Although it prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e , it adapts to drier conditions, making it a robust and unusual plant to include in experimental vegetable gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peas, Corn, Beans, Radish, Beetroot, Carrot, Onion, Marigold, Nasturtium, Sunflower, Oregano, Dill\u003cbr data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eNegative plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potato, Sage, Mint, Melon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eSpread\/carrying habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climbing, creeping \u003cbr data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 200 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003cbr data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e African variety, yellow fruit when ripe, traditional culinary uses, tolerates dry sites, open pollination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium green\u003cbr data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm flesh, slightly bitter when ripe\u003cbr data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensitive to frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eSoak the seeds in lukewarm water for up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003e24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003elightly scarify\u003c\/strong\u003e them to encourage even germination. Sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e1.2 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e , directly outdoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e1 to 2 weeks after the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e , when the soil has warmed up, or start the seeds indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003e4 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e . Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003e30 to 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003e60 to 90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e , preferably in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003edry, sunny\u003c\/strong\u003e location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003eThis variety prefers full \u003cstrong data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003esun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003econsistent watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e during establishment, then more moderate watering once established. A support or trellis can be used to enhance its climbing habit and facilitate harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2708\" data-end=\"3031\"\u003e Harvest the fruit when its skin turns from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003egreen to pale yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e . It can be left on the vine longer until it develops a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2893\"\u003emore pronounced yellow hue\u003c\/strong\u003e , at which point it reaches full maturity. Fresh fruit should be eaten soon after harvesting and does not keep for long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3033\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003e • Fruits cooked according to African traditions\u003cbr data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3110\"\u003e • Young shoots and leaves in stews\u003cbr data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3158\"\u003e • \u003cstrong\u003eExotic\u003c\/strong\u003e culinary discovery in the vegetable garden \u003cbr data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3203\"\u003e• Ornamental crop for its yellow flowers and fruit\u003cbr data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3260\"\u003e • Ethnobotanical and exploratory vegetable gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3557\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e The \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Arabian'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e cucumber offers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003eunique horticultural and culinary experience\u003c\/strong\u003e , blending \u003cstrong data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3431\"\u003ehistory, diversity, and originality\u003c\/strong\u003e . It is a plant of unabashed curiosity that enriches the garden with its vigor, multiple uses, and tropical roots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075548504224,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Cornichon_Arabian_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765631163","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-cornichon-arabian-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}